RENEWED FIGHT Council again debates alcohol access near First Baptist Church

In a 4-2 vote, the Alexander City City Council approved Monday extending where alcohol can be consumed downtown.

The council discussed a resolution which would authorize Mayor Woody Baird to enter into an agreement with Lake Martin Brewing, LLC, and allow the company to establish outdoor seating in a city park adjacent to the business.

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City diagram — Alexander City will grant Lake Martin Brewing access to one downtown park parcel (highlighted in yellow) for permissible use. A city diagram shows the park property is located between Main Street and Church Street, according to a city council resolution.
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Alexander City will grant Lake Martin Brewing access to one downtown park parcel (highlighted in yellow) for permissible use. A city diagram shows the park property is located between Main Street and Church Street, according to a city council resolution.
Submitted / The Outlook

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